kerrence30's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
My preconceived notions of this book were found to be unjustified. Although the nature of the story is hugely challenging the main concept is thoroughly discussed in the conversations between characters and helps to educate on the variety of mindsets from the time. There is no possible defence for the historical wrongdoing to the enslaved black in America, and this novel really highlights a series of lived experiences which is lost or forgotten in today’s world. It is undeniably a tough read, but one worth partaking, particularly by those not POC, if nothing else to educate and humble.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Hate crime, Kidnapping, Racial slurs, Death, Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Slavery, Racism, Torture, and Violence
nicky_t's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
As I am writing this review, it’s hard to ignore that I have just finished the book. The ending quarter of the book is an incredibly emotional payoff to the first three quarters of the book which are a bit slower paced. The book is, admittedly, problematic and it can be hard to separate my modern sensibilities from the ideas of the time. However, it would be foolish not to acknowledge the profound impact that this book had. And after finishing the book, I’m not surprised that it did.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Violence, Death, Physical abuse, Racism, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Antisemitism and Sexual assault
cnohero's review
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Racial slurs, Physical abuse, Slavery, Torture, Toxic relationship, Trafficking, Hate crime, Death, Cursing, Confinement, and Alcohol
peachani's review against another edition
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Slavery, Torture, and Violence
Moderate: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Blood, Death, Gore, Injury/injury detail, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, and Suicidal thoughts
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